Ryan was a freshman in college at the time of the 9/11 attacks. A few days later, he withdrew himself and enlisted in the United States Marine Corps. The lessons he learned in the Marines instilled valuable qualities in him such as discipline, hard work ethic, camaraderie, and dedication. All of these qualities not only made him a great Marine, but also help to make him a great CrossFit trainer.Ryan returned home and heard about CrossFit. After a tough WOD(workout), he was officially hooked! CrossFit was, and still is, everything Ryan could hope for, and not just in a workout routine, but in a lifestyle and career. Ryan decided to open CrossFit 727 to help others and share is passion for the sport and fitness.